Helicopter crashes in Ghana killing defence and environment ministers
Videos circulating online showed debris from the helicopter on fire in a remote forest area. Authorities have launched an investigation into the fatal accident that claimed the lives of two ministers and six others on board.
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Ghana is reeling from a national tragedy after a military helicopter crashed en route from Accra to Obuasi, killing the country’s Defense Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. The Z-9 chopper lost contact before impact in a forested area of southern Ghana. Three other passengers and three crew members, including a squadron leader, also perished. The crash has sparked grief, questions about aviation safety, and a full military investigation. Flags will fly at half-mast as the nation mourns the devastating loss of its leaders.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with Ghana’s highest civilian honor, the Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana, by President John Mahama during his visit. This prestigious award recognizes Modi’s distinguished statesmanship and global leadership. Expressing immense pride, Modi dedicated the honor to India’s 1.4 billion people, emphasizing the deep-rooted and historic ties between India and Ghana. He highlighted the strong friendship between the two nations, celebrating India’s cultural diversity and the aspirations of its youth. The award symbolizes the growing partnership and mutual respect between India and Ghana.
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